Popular Nigerian artistes like Davido, K1, Tiwa Savage, D’Banj and Teni Makanaki are some of the music acts scheduled to perform at the Lagos State Government bankrolled show, ‘Ekop on show.’
The state government recently announced a special live festival to commemorate Nigerian Independence.
The ‘Eko on Show’, according to the Hon. Commissioner of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, the free variety performance will present a music concert, fashion shows, a dance production, and a tantalizing array of food and drink.
Other music stars scheduled to perform at the festival include Dede Mabiaku, Shina Peters, Ara, and Ayra Starr. Kaffy would also be joining the league of stars with her Kreative Agency.
Speaking on the event, Akinbile-Yusuf, said, “This event is designed to raise the spirits of Lagosians, to inspire them, and to entertain them with the rich and vibrant culture of Lagos and its people. Entertainment, fashion and food are huge drivers of the state’s economy – they embody the spirit of our independence and have helped Nigerian culture to make its mark on the world.
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As we remember the struggles of our heroes’ past and celebrate our independence, it remains our collective responsibility to see to the prosperity of Nigeria in our own little way, regardless of how little.
I know that we are not where we want to be but definitely not where we used to be, the future holds great prospects for us, especially for this very vibrant sector which we are eagerly positioning to become the major source of income for our great country.
According to a report, Lagos State Government has announced a special live festival tagged ‘Eko On Show’ to commemorate Nigeria’s 61st Independence anniversary.
The ‘Eko On Show’, holding on Friday, 15 October at the exquisite Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, Lagos, will be a hybrid festival featuring an exhilarating line up of some of Nigeria’s top entertainment and fashion powerhouse via music concert, fashion shows, dance production, and a tantalizing array of food and drink.
Speaking Tuesday at the media unveiling of the Festival, Mrs Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, the Hon. Commissioner of Tourism, Arts and Culture said Lagos is marking this year’s independence anniversary in a different way and thus the coming of ‘Eko On Show’.
“This Festival is designed to raise the spirits of Lagosians, to give them inspiration, and to entertain them with the rich and vibrant culture of Lagos and its people,” Akinbile-Yusuf said.
According to the Commissioner, Entertainment, fashion and food are huge drivers of the State’s economy and “they embody the spirit of our independence and have helped Nigerian culture to make its mark on the world.”
The Festival will be headlined by music superstars Davido, D’Banj, Tiwa Savage and Teni. They will share the stage with veterans like KWAM 1, Sir Shina Peters, Dede Mabiaku and celebrated drummer, Ara; as well as teenage sensation, Ayra Starr.
Dance fans can look forward to a spectacular performance created by the Kaffy Kreative agency while fashion lovers will be delighted by collections from top designers featuring Lanre Da Silva and Beth Models.
There will be a special segment from Nike Art Gallery to be curated by popular media personality, Azuka Ogujioba.
Amidst strict COVID-19 protocols, Muri Okunola Park will host lucky 500 guests from across Lagos society and thousands of other fun-seekers that would join virtually will be treated to an exhilarating evening of celebration of Nigeria’s music, dance, fashion and foods.
Free tickets are available by online registration on their official portal.
K1, Davido, Teni, others set for ‘Eko On Show’ festival
